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Supreme Council for the Restoration of Democracy

military junta, Niger
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The Supreme Council for the Restoration of Democracy was a military junta that took power in Niger in February 2010. This group emerged after soldiers deposed President Mamadou Tandja, who had controversially sought to extend his term in office. The junta suspended Niger's constitution and dissolved state institutions, with the stated aim of restoring democracy.1

They appointed a transitional government and oversaw the drafting of a new constitution that limited presidential powers. Elections were held in early 2011, leading to the return of civilian rule under President Mahamadou Issoufou. Niger's form of government is currently a transitional military council.12

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  1. Niger - Military coup and return to civilian rule
  2. Niger - 2009 constitutional crisis
  3. history of Niger
  4. Niger: Country Facts

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